It’s usually done during sex to enhance pleasure.
It is sometimes also called “prostate milking.”
What Is the Purpose of Prostate Massage?
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Many people use prostate massage during sex.
The prostate gland is located between the bladder and the root of the penis.
What Conditions May Benefit From Prostate Massage?
Certain prostate conditions may benefit from prostate massage, includingbenign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)andprostatitis.
Prostatitis
Prostatitis is the inflammation of the prostate gland.
For some people (especially older males) prostatitis happens for no known reason.
Prostatitis can clear up on its own (unlike BPH, which is a progressive condition).
However, some people may have prostatitis that keeps coming back (recurrence).
Symptoms of prostatitis include:
The goal of prostatitis treatment is to reduce pain and inflammation.
Treatment may include medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), muscle relaxants, or neuromodulators.
Prostate massage is thought to help unblock glandular ducts, which may help relieve pressure and inflammation.
This condition happens with age.
Erectile Dysfunction
Some people recommend prostate massage as a way to treat erectile dysfunction (ED).
The prostate gland is sometimes called the “male G spot.”
What Are the Risks of Prostate Massage?
You should start by asking a provider that specializes in male reproductive health (urologist).
You may also want to look for someone who is trained in tantric sex practices to do prostate massage.
How to Prepare for a Prostate Massage
Some people consider prostate massage a pleasurable sexual practice.
you’re able to do it on your own or with a partner.
Healthcare providers don’t usually recommend these devices since they can cause pain and injury if used incorrectly.
There are some things you should do before you get a prostate massage.
Some people use them as a part of sexual activity.
If you want to try prostatic massage, know that it has risks.
Do not have a prostate massage if you have bacterial prostatitis, prostate cancer, fissures, or hemorrhoids.
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